2005 Ford Galaxy vs. 2005 Renault Kangoo
To start off, both 2005 Ford Galaxy and 2005 Renault Kangoo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Galaxy (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 561 kg more than 2005 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Galaxy (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Galaxy | 2005 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Galaxy | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
